The Manager’s Pick for February is Ideal Wine Coolers Danby 34 Bottle Stainless Trim Locking Wine Cooler.

This wine cooler has a classic black cabinet with stainless steel door trim.  This wine cooler regularly sells for $873.00 but is currently on SALE for more than 20 percent off at $679.00.   This wine refrigerator would be an excellent addition to anyone’s home decor either using it in a free standing or under counter application.   We currently have other Danby products on sale as well.  Check out the bargains!

Our Danby 34 Bottle Stainless Trim Locking Wine Cooler can be used for either freestanding or under counter applications. This built in locking wine chiller has a black cabinet and stainless steel door trim. This wine cooler is popular replacement for that old trash compactor, making it fit perfectly in nearly every kitchen. With stainless trimmed metal sliding shelves, digital controls, locking glass door, reversible door hinge, frost free mode and interior lighting, this wine refrigerator will operate hassle free. This compact wine cooler is wonderful for those who are beginning their wine collection. Make this appliance the focal point in your home’s decor. Look no further for superior wine storage.

FEATURES:
* Electronic Thermostat with LED Display
* Temperature Range from 39.2 Degrees F. and 64.4 Degrees F.
* Frost Free Operation
* Cool Blue LED Track Lighting System Illuminates Interior without the heat of an incandescent bulb
* Integrated Application (Intended for 15″ Cabinet openings)
* Stainless Steel Trimmed Shelves
* Elegant Tempered Glass Door with Stainless Steel Trim
* Reversible Hinge for Left or Right Hand opening
* Safety Lock with Key

CAPACITY:
* 34 Wine Bottles

DIMENSIONS:
* Width15 Inches x Depth 24 12/16 Inches x Height 34 1/16 Inches

SHIPPING UPS:
* Calculated Based on Weight & Zip Code

WARRANTY:
* 24 months parts and labor

Check out our selection of free-standing and undercounter wine coolers

Author: Ronald Senn, Vice-president, Ideal Wine Coolers

Ideal Wine Coolers receives many questions concerning our products and policies.  I wanted to share some of this Frequently Asked Questions with all by blog readers.  Remember, there are no stupid questions.  I only hope that my answers do not approach the stupid zone. 

1.  I am remodeling my kitchen.  What products are appropriate for under counter use?

Built-in wine coolers  are specifically designed to sit flush with the rest of your kitchen cabinetry.  These specific units are front-vented and are designed to allow the unit to be pushed flat against the wall and the surrounding cabinets without over heating.  Built-in wine coolers are slightly more expensive, but do have the advantage of saving floor space.  Built-in units can also be used in freestanding applications.  Freestanding wine coolers should never be used for an under counter application as the units will over heat and eventually fail.

2.  I live in an apartment and have limited space for a wine cooler.  What would you suggest?

Our counter-top wine coolers are designed to deal with limited space applications.  Measure the specific space dimensions that are available for a wine cooler.  Each of our counter-top models will have their respective dimensions clearly displayed.  Select a wine cooler that will fit your needs and space limitations.

3.  I just got my compressor-designed wine cooler; can I plug it in right away?

No, the new wine cooler should stand a minimum 2 hour period before plugging it in.  There is oil in the compressor that may have

moved up into the sealed system while being shipped.  Letting the unit stand allows the oil time to settle.  Plugging it in immediately could result in damage to the unit.  Consult your products factory supplied information package for more information.  If you purchased a thermoelectric type wine cooler, it can be used immediately.

4.  Can I run a small appliance on top of my wine cooler?

No, you should not operate any appliance from on top of your wine cooler, unless it has a designed in work top, or run any appliance from the same circuit as the cooler. 

 5.  Are there wine coolers that can accommodate cans and other beverages?

We have several products that store wine as well as canned beverages.  These products are in the Beverage Cooler category.  We alsocarry several products that will keep mini, pony and full-sized kegs of beer.

6.  Do you have any wine coolers that have locks?

Yes, we have several models that have locks.  Look at the specifications for each product under the “Features” text.  The Freestanding, Built-in and Beverage Cooler categories all show products with locks.  We have also set up a product category exclusively showing Locking Wine Coolers.

7.  What does “dual-zone” mean in some product descriptions?

Some wine coolers are designed with two separate compartments, each with their own temperature controls.  This dual-zone storage feature allows storage of your wine collection at different temperatures; for example, red as opposed to white wine.

 8.  What are the power requirements for my new wine cooler or beverage center?All of the products we sell require a standard 110 Volt, 15-amp outlet just like a standard refrigerator.  Some single bottle server and chillers may have AC adapters that allow them to run on a 12-volt current like in your car or recreational vehicle.

9.  I have a single zone wine cooler.  What is the best temperature for keeping red and white wines?

If one had to choose just one temperature to store both red and white wines, the temperature setting should be at 55 degrees F.  This temperature is slightly colder than the best one for reds and slightly warmer than the best one for whites.  You can compensate somewhat for this by storing your reds on the top shelves of your wine cooler and the whites on the bottom shelves.  Warmer air will rise to the top and colder air will settle to the bottom.

10. My thermoelectric wine cooler fan seems to run all of the time.  Is something wrong with it?The fan must run continuously to move the air within your wine cooler.  This enables the thermoelectric wine refrigerator to cool your stored wines  equally.   A compressor based wine cooler, which is designed similar to your basic refrigerator, will cycle on and off based on the inside temperature as it relates to your desired temperature setting.  Both of these operating conditions are considered normal.

11. My wine cooler is making weird noises.  What is wrong?

Expansion and contraction of the interior walls of your wine cooler may make a popping or cracking noise.  This is normal behavior.

 13. I bought a portable icemaker but I cannot find where to hook up a drain.  Can you help?

The portable icemakers we carry at Ideal Wine Coolers do not need a drain hook up.  Any ice you do not use melted and recycled into

more fresh ice.  It is important to keep the interior strainer clean because a clogged strainer will affect the efficient operation of the icemaker.

14. I know wine should be stored with relative humidity near 70 percent.  What can I get to monitor  humidity levels in my wine cooler?

Several portable devices are available that can monitor humidity and/or temperature in your wine cooler.  Ideal Wine Coolers has a temperature/humidity gauge available in our Wine Accessory Collection.

15. After I submit my order, how long does it take to get it delivered?

We ship products from warehouses in California, Arizona and Texas.  Order processing usually takes 1 to 2 days before the order is

shipped.  Products purchased that are more than 150 pounds must be shipped via freight carrier.  Depending on where you live, delivery time may approach a week.  Normally items will be shipped using standard UPS ground shipping that may take 3 to 5 days after your order is processed.  For wine accessory items, allow 5 to 7 days before shipping.  We normally notify everyone as soon as an item ships by e-mail with all pertinent delivery information.  See our website section on “Policies” for customer responsibilies.

 Author: Ronald Senn, Vice-president, Ideal Wine Coolers

Ideal Wine Coolers in celebration of a great Holiday period is pleased to announce a sale on a great selection of Vinotemp Wine Coolers.  Savings of 15% off and more can be realized if you purchase one of the featured Vinotemp Wine Refrigerators.  The Vinotemp Wine Coolers featured include models that will store from 21 to 160 bottles of your favorite vintages.  This sale will be over at the end of January so you need to act now to get one of the finest wine coolers manufactured today.  Each of the featured models has lots of favorite “bells and whistles” that will add to your enjoyment of this product line.  GO TO OUR “MONTHLY SALE ITEM” PAGE ABOVE. 

We also feature a great line of EdgeStar Wine Coolers for which we offer FREE SHIPPING!   Check out our web site at http://idealwinecoolers.com/page/home/index.html.

Author: Ronald Senn, VP Ideal Wine Coolers, Jan 2010